2006 BMW 523 vs. 2012 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2012 Lancia Voyager is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 523 would be higher. At 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Lancia Voyager. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lancia Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 275 kg more than 2006 BMW 523.
Because 2006 BMW 523 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 523. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Lancia Voyager (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 523. 2012 Lancia Voyager has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 523 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 523 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lancia Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 523 | 2012 Lancia Voyager | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 523 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2777 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
